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an azimuth thruster, an engine and ships propeller in an underslung pod that is azimuth adjustable, to replace a fixed-azimuth propeller and rudder configuration
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Azipod — is the registered brand name of the ABB Group for their azimuth thruster. Originally developed in Finland by Wärtsilä dockyards, these are marine propulsion units consisting of electrically driven propellers mounted on a steerable pod. The pod s… … Wikipedia
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Azipod — Der Schottel Ruderpropeller, der Klassiker unter den Propellergondeln Propellergondel (auch Pod Antrieb genannt)[1] ist die Bezeichnung für ein Antriebsaggregat für Wasser und Luftfahrzeuge … Deutsch Wikipedia
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Pod (navigation) — Pour les articles homonymes, voir Pod. Pods SSP à double hélice Un pod est un élément qui remplace à lui tout seul le couple hélice / gouvernail … Wikipédia en Français
Oasis of the Seas — MS Oasis of the Seas … Википедия
Azimuth thruster — An Azimuth thruster is a configuration of ship propellers placed in pods that can be rotated in any horizontal direction, making a rudder unnecessary. These give ships better maneuverability than a fixed propeller and rudder system. Primary… … Wikipedia
